Hey guys. I’m a freshmen and ive been looking into colleges. Ive decided i want to do the games focused computer science program at USC, but one question. What are the chance for a full scholarship? I think there are like 110 full scholarships available, and they all meet the same requirements. Now i understand that no one will be able to tell me EXACTLY what the requirements for the scholarships are, but an estimate would be nice (if anyone here has gotten a full scholarships from USC and you are reading this, it would be really helpful if you could reply too!) I already bought a practice ACT book with 4-6 practice test, so i am dedicated (considering most 9th graders probably dont care about this stuff yet) Here’s what i what to go for:
GPA:3.8-4.0
ACT(with writing): 34-36
My first two marking periods have been a little shaky (only 2 Bs(out of 8 subjects) on MP1 and 3 on MP2, so nothing bad like a C) but i definitely will start trying more to get straight As second semester and in 10th, 11th, and 12th grade
Side question: You know how there is a section on report cards for the final grade of the class after all the mp grades? My teachers said that on the transcript only the final grade shows up and not each individual MP grade. Is this true?
Never too early to start. Concentrate on your graders. Take the PSAT as a practice test next year if your school offers it, then study for it and take it junior year. USC will give you a half tuition scholarship if you are a National Merit Finalist AND you are admitted to the university in your department. Computer Science is crazy competitive though. Good luck!
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You know how there is a section on report cards for the final grade of the class after all the mp grades? My teachers said that on the transcript only the final grade shows up and not each individual MP grade. Is this true?
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Some schools do that. My kids’ school had that policy. However, not all do. Sounds like yours does.
a friend’s DD had an ACT 35, Val of her class, got NOTHING from USC. She went to MIT instead.
I think USC focuses those full-tuition awards very strategically…not only must the person have very high stats, but they must also fill some USC need…geographic diversity, ethnic diversity, subject interest diversity. There is a parent here whose child got one and he had a unique background of languages, and extremely strong humanities background…and awards…along with high stats.